tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51315378133728565332024-02-01T22:30:15.476-06:00Neighbors UnitedMark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.comBlogger472125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-41995225325960099122019-02-01T04:50:00.000-06:002019-02-01T04:50:18.983-06:00Questions for Reflection for Study of Psalm 30-37I want to take this time to thank all of you my readers. I’ve found this blog to be a great tool in my journey through the Bible and you, my readers are keeping me accountable to daily Bible reading and study. We live in a busy world with busy schedules and being able to share some thoughts about this journey with others across this world through the Internet is truly a blessing.<br />
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Last year, the journey through God’s Word took us through the book of Romans, Proverbs, and finished with 1 Corinthians. As the journey continues this year, I will finish going through the Psalms. The Psalms are personal and public poems of worship used as hymns.<br />
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The mission of this blog is to bring out ways to better apply God’s Word in our life at work, at home, and within our neighborhoods. The questions for reflection for the study of Psalm 31-37 below will help bring out some thoughts and ideas over the next few weeks.<br />
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The Lord speaks to us in various ways – visions, dreams, and life’s circumstances; even advice from others. Most of all, God speaks through the Bible. Thus, the main purpose of this blog is to study His Word with the intent to gain wisdom that we may apply in our own lives and also help others along the journey.<br />
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The reading plan below will be used as I continue the study of the Psalms. It’s important to have a plan. I’m thankful that Jesus is God’s plan for us and by accepting Him as Savior; we have taken the steps necessary to make this day with Him amazing!<br />
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+30&version=NIV">Psalm 30</a><br />What has been David’s sense of security? What happens to shake his confidence? What is the source of a more solid sense of security? What is the basis of your sense of security?<br />
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+31&version=NIV">Psalms 31</a><br />What are David’s requests for help (v. 1-8)? What problems can you turn over to God? How can you follow the command of verses 23-24 today?<br />
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+32&version=NIV">Psalms 32</a><br />How does verse 1 capture the main idea of the psalm? What insight do you gain into the psychological implications of repressed and confessed sin? Who is speaking in verse 8-9 and what is the command?<br />
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+33&version=NIV">Psalms 33</a><br />What indicates that this psalm is designed for corporate worship? What reasons does the psalmist give for praising God? How does the psalmist picture God as Creator? What part does God’s word have? How does God treat the plans of the nations?<br />
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+34&version=NIV">Psalms 34</a><br />For what does David praise God? What is taught in verses 11-14? What confidence does David show in verses 15-22? How can you have similar confidence?<br />
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+35&version=NIV">Psalms 35</a><br />What is David’s tone as he calls on God to help him? How was he confident? In what situations today will you expect God’s deliverance and claim expression of praise?<br />
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+36&version=NIV">Psalms 36</a><br />How is the wicked person described? To what end does the wicked come (v. 12)? What quality of God’s righteousness does David stress? Why are you confident of God’s love to you?<br />
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+37&version=NIV">Psalms 37</a><br />What contrasts does David make between the righteous and the wicked? Why does God deliver the righteous? How will the certainty of your future affect your living today?<br />
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Feel free to respond with a short note or a comment about any of the questions above. Also, I welcome any other thoughts or ideas, favorite inspirational videos, photos, or favorite Bible verses. Just add them to the comments or to a Facebook page I’ve set up at this link: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThisDayWithGodNeighborsUnitedStepAhead">This Day With God</a>.<strong> </strong><br />
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Paying attention to what God has
done long-ago, taking note of what He is doing in the present, and what He is
revealing for the yet to come is very important.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Whatever we do, we should follow
the example of Christ who passionately carried out daily activities for the
glory of the Father. We’ve been given free will but that doesn’t mean that
everything we do is best for us. We should seek to take actions that benefit
ourselves and those around us.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Our growing faith can never be
taken away or depleted and there is a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about
the gospel message that sets us free and never lets us down. As the song <b>O Come To The Altar by Elevation Worship</b>
points out, forgiveness was bought with the precious blood of Christ. Let us
tell the world of the treasure we’ve found. <o:p></o:p></div>
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As we grow in faith, there is a
purpose God has for each of us so prepare for each day by taking in the Word,
praying, and planning for the tasks of each day. Obstacles may be placed in our
way but continue to daily receive the Lord’s instructions, be inspired by
Christ, and verified with Biblical principles. Have faith that things will fall
into place and you will get a lot more things done than you ever imagined you
could. <o:p></o:p></div>
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This Day with the Lord will be
amazing because of who He is and who we are; an important name in history – one
of His children. Each person has a spiritual gift and the same Spirit
distributes them. The body of Christ coalesce the diverse gifts and through the
Spirit, we can discover our gifts for the express purpose of kingdom building.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Gd">The Most Excellent Way</a>” discusses how Paul
relates the parts of the human body to the church body. Each member has God
given abilities and should carry out their individual role so that the whole
body is functioning at the most excellent level. <o:p></o:p></div>
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There are three higher spiritual
gifts revealed to us during the last few weeks. They are faith, hope, and love.
These three spiritual gifts are considered more superior than the other gifts because
without them, the other gifts are useless. Love is the greatest God given gift.
More superior to the skills given to accumulate vast riches as a famous person,
a celebrity, or great athlete. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Think of ways to plant seeds of
faith, hope, and love; producing fruit for not only yourself, but for others.
God loves people everywhere. No matter where they come from or what they look
like, God loves them and God loves you! You will be made aware that you are
loved beyond measure and you will return this love unconditionally to others.<b><span style="background: yellow; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Thoughts and ideas for how to
apply our faith is the main purpose for the “This Day with God” devotional. A
daily devotional that internalizes His guiding principles and an instrument
which pushes one to focus on Him in every activity throughout the day. My hope
is that you will seek the Lord’s will in prayer, balance career, family, and
love of neighbor. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The reading plan below will be
used as I share over the next few posts. It’s important to have a plan. I’m
thankful that Jesus is <a href="https://thisdaywithgod.wordpress.com/purpose/">God’s
plan for us</a> and by accepting Him as Savior; we have taken the steps
necessary to make this day with Him amazing!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+14&version=NIV">1
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What is the purpose of the
spiritual gift of prophecy? How does this gift benefit? How does Paul
substantiate his statements to the Corinthians?<o:p></o:p></div>
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What are the rules Paul gives
concerning conduct in the church? In what ways are tongues and prophecy
controllable? How can you keep a balance between respect for Christian heritage
and innovations relating to the contemporary generation?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+15&version=NIV">1
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What is the gospel Paul
summarizes? What are the facts? How does Paul substantiate Christ’s
resurrection? How is God’s grace shown in your life?<o:p></o:p></div>
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What logical conclusions follow
if there is no resurrection of the dead? What kind of attitude and behavior
would result in those who believe in resurrection? How does the defeat of death
fit into God’s overall plan?<o:p></o:p></div>
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How does Paul use parallels in
nature to help the Corinthians grasp truths of the resurrection? How will death
be defeated ultimately? In what ways will you demonstrate the defeat of death?<o:p></o:p></div>
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What does Paul say are reasons
for giving? What does Paul desire to see accomplished in other Christians as he
works for and with them? Are there ideas you have for helping and encouraging
other people?<o:p></o:p></div>
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short note or a comment about any of the questions above. Also, I welcome any
other thoughts or ideas, favorite inspirational videos, photos, or favorite
Bible verses. Just add them to the comments or to a Facebook page I’ve set up
at this link:<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThisDayWithGodNeighborsUnitedStepAhead"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">This
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<em><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Adeney,
Carol. </span></em><em><span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , serif; font-size: 8.0pt; padding: 0in;">This Morning with God: A Daily Study Guide to the Entire Bible</span></em><em><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 1978. Print.<o:p></o:p></span></em></div>
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The last few weeks has been
spent going through and sharing some thoughts about the study of 1 Corinthians
6-9. Paul continues to discuss some issues within the early church. Ethics and
love of neighbor is already in the agreement of Christianity. If disputes
occur, try to handle them within the believer community rather than putting
them into our legal system that is bogged down with trivial matters.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Paul goes from legal matters
into the areas of family and health. He points out that the purpose of our body
is a holy place for the Spirit. We should therefor honor God with healthy
habits. Then he gives advice about marriage. If a decision is made to get
married, we should search for a spouse that has a good influence on us. Things
will not always be peaches and cream but desire to live in peace, find
contentment, and work as a team.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Marriage brings on
responsibilities like mortgages, raising children, chores around the house, and
other concerns in life. We worry about paying our bills, washing the car,
mowing the lawn, or passing a test when we need to be thinking more about God
and how He is big enough to handle our challenges.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Even though being married has
its challenges, there are great opportunities to do the Lord’s work. For
example: we can lead in giving the blessing at dinner time or we can lead in a
devotional time. This blog was started because I wanted a way to document
thoughts for my family about God’s principles and how to apply them in life. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Paul then goes into loving our
neighbor. There is no need to flaunt our knowledge to the detriment of someone
else. Instead build up others. Be interested in finding their strengths and
thinking of ways for them to have success.<o:p></o:p></div>
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For Paul, the reward was giving
time and resources to others. There was a freeing aspect in serving the Lord
out of personal generosity as his faith expressed itself through love. Paul’s
attitude was to be all things to all people in order to win them to Christ.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Paul used the principles taught
by Christ to train spiritually and we can do the same. Each day, we can be
excited like a team running onto a field before a football game. We can go into
training to change lives, win people to Christ, and receive the everlasting
reward that is beyond what we could ever imagine. <o:p></o:p></div>
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These are the same reasons for
the “This Day with God” devotional. A daily devotional that internalizes His
guiding principles and an instrument which pushes one to focus on Him in every
activity throughout the day. In order to balance career, family, and devotion
to the Lord, one must daily study His Word and seek the Lord’s will in prayer.<o:p></o:p></div>
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other thoughts or ideas, favorite inspirational videos, photos, or favorite
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-76396605747960823212018-10-30T11:30:00.000-05:002018-10-30T11:30:11.197-05:00Getting the Forever Prize<br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets
the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.</i> - 1 Corinthians 9:24<o:p></o:p></div>
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One thought shared in the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4F6">Enthusiastically Going After Our Treasured
Reward</a>” was that Paul was adaptable for others so he had the opportunity to
inspire others towards accepting the Gospel message. He wanted people to feel
empowered and ready to be deployed to change the world. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Paul followed the Word and was
disciplined like a runner in a race enthusiastically going for first place. The
difference for Paul is that the reward that He was after is a crown that last
forever.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Like in the song <a href="https://youtu.be/OyOvgVwQVmw">Live with Abandon by Newsboys</a>, desire
that your life matters, accept the power God gives through the Holy Spirit, and
give God all you have so His purpose can be fulfilled through you. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Written in the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4F0">Best Motive for Serving</a>” is that Paul
didn’t get compensated for preaching the gospel. He didn’t say it was wrong and
claimed that those who preach the gospel should be able to receive their living
from the gospel. He made the comparison of a farmer who makes his living from
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For Paul, the reward was not for
himself but for the interests of others and serving the Lord out of love. There
was a freeing aspect in serving the Lord out of personal generosity as his
faith expressed itself through love. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In the same way, the path built
by our generosity is the best way for it is in giving that we find true joy and
meaning. Giving not only our time or money but as pointed out in the song <a href="https://youtu.be/SUR3HwdLoDs">When Love Sees You by Mac Powell</a>,
giving our testimony or life story and how we became a Christ follower. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Those that give their story to
others are blessed. The story of struggles, of pain, of shame, and that Jesus
came to give us a new story for the future. A story of joy, of peace, and even
fame because those who follow Christ have their name written in the book of
life. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-76621043105726941322018-10-23T11:30:00.000-05:002018-10-23T11:30:01.469-05:00Free to Run with Grace<br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">We put no stumbling block in anyone's path, so that our ministry will
not be discredited. - 2 Corinthians 6:3<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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A thought made in the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4ET">Build Each Other Up</a>” is that there is no
need to flaunt our knowledge to the detriment of someone else. Instead build up
others. Be interested in finding their strengths and thinking of ways for them
to receive the power God wants them to have. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Jesus came to earth and made the
complex simple. Our growing faith can never be taken away or depleted. The Gospel
message has a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about it that sets us free
and never lets us down. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The complexities
in life are made more user friendly so we can find greater efficiency in our
daily walk.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Take inspiration from the song <a href="https://youtu.be/kFfztu8-bBQ">Control by Tenth Avenue North</a>. God has
the power to lift the weight that holds us down so we are free to run with
grace. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-29977659509337337062018-10-18T11:30:00.000-05:002018-10-18T11:30:06.048-05:00Love From Above <br />
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The post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4EH">Undivided Devotion</a>” was about Paul’s
warnings to the Corinthian church about being separated from full devotion to
God.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Marriage can cause this to happen
because the things of this world become much more important when we are trying
to pay the bills, raise children, do chores around the house, or put time into other
concerns of life. <o:p></o:p></div>
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At the same time though,
marriage and family relationships can give us opportunities to make an impact
on our world in amazing ways. But it takes putting our attention on God and His
presence. By putting Him first, the rest of our challenges in life work out. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Our Creator has unlimited
resources and can handle our yesterdays and our tomorrows so we can simply
concentrate on today. When we worship, we are giving God the one thing He can’t
give us; our time. <o:p></o:p></div>
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During worship, we are
expressing how valuable He is in our life. So give Him four minutes of your
time today. Take in the information given in the song <b>Fix My Eyes by King & Country</b>. Keep
your eyes on the ONE who can make all things possible. Be focused today on the
main thing … what matters most and realize how you’ve been blessed with the gift
of love from above. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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The post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Ez">Married or Single</a>” has some thoughts and
reasons for marriage. Either single or married, God thinks you are AWESOME! You
can use the skills you have, be happy with who you are, and continue to grow in
grace for His glory.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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In life, we have to be able to
make adjustments because things change. A person can go from being single to
being married to being single again. We need a life plan that allows for
adjustments along the journey. It’s important to have a cushion that softens
change so we can go towards new ideas and strategies that may be hard at first
but provides possibilities for a better future.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Good News is that the
principles taught in the Bible provide us with the life plan we need. Take
inspiration from the song <a href="https://youtu.be/8hvv3a0wblc">The Way by Jeremy
Camp</a> and continue to grow in grace today. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-3213948730389461432018-10-12T11:30:00.000-05:002018-10-12T11:30:01.566-05:00Purpose of Your Body <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is
in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought
at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. - 1 Corinthians 6:19-20<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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A main point brought out in the
post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Eq">Honor God with Your Body</a>” is that
our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. This truth should govern how we
treat ourselves. We should eat healthy foods, have good sleeping habits, and
exercise to honor God. We should not misuse our body by smoking, drinking,
overeating, or being immoral. <o:p></o:p></div>
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We know much about our physical
bodies as we have eyes to see, ears to hear, a mind to think, and a heart to
pump blood to feed our body the oxygen it needs but do we know much about the
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The physical body at some point
no longer grows and eventually does not even work. Take inspiration from the
song <a href="https://youtu.be/Tn5aq54yu8A">Oh My Soul by Casting Crowns</a>.
God has provided a way to lay down our burdens like worry and anger. A way to
receive peace and joy. A way to make sure our soul continues to grow and last
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-78721895111391134802018-10-10T11:30:00.000-05:002018-10-10T11:30:00.685-05:00Guided in Truth <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Show me Your ways, Lord, teach me Your paths. Guide me in Your truth
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Ethics and love of neighbor is
already in the agreement of Christianity. If disputes occur, the idea of trying
to handle them within the believer community rather than putting them into our
legal system would free up resources.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In the post “Set Apart”, we were
given an idea for reforming our legal system. Many frivolous lawsuits bog down
our system but to make the system function efficiently, the believer community
could play a part by handling minor disputes before they go through the
extremely expensive and inefficient legal system. <o:p></o:p></div>
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mercy is waiting on the other side if we bring our brokenness to the Cross. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-37808014914830760872018-10-04T11:30:00.000-05:002018-10-04T11:30:08.328-05:00Cut it Out <br />
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Within the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4E3">One Bad Apple Can Spoil the Whole Bunch</a>”
discussed is how Paul instructs the Corinthian church to expel a leader within
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One thought brought out in the
post is that many problems within our society today were initiated from the lax
attitude of sexual immorality in the 1990’s. It took 20 years to manifest
itself as a cancer in society with all the sexual harassment cases in
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corrupting influences in our society that keep us down; instead desire the
authenticity, sincerity and certainty that God provides. Take inspiration from
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-72867473585497829722018-10-02T11:30:00.000-05:002018-10-02T11:30:06.120-05:00Build Up and Encourage <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">If you have anything against anyone, forgive them, that your Father in
heaven may also forgive you your trespasses. But if you do not forgive, neither
will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses. - Mark 11:25-26<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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A few thoughts listed in the
post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4DM" target="_blank">Power in Life</a>” is that there is power in our life when we let God be the
final judge. There is power in our life when we give God credit for what we are
blessed with. There is power in our life when we strive to be good examples for
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We should approach each day with
patience, gentleness, love, and humility. Never judge but<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> build up and encourage</b> others. As the song <a href="https://youtu.be/1ty3z5eaE0o">Forgiven by Crowder</a> points out, we all
have done things we wish we would not have done. <o:p></o:p></div>
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We all have sinned and should
forgive others because we all need forgiveness. To gain worthiness, all we need
is grace which is available when we accept that the debt has been paid by our
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-15928953408283636172018-09-27T11:30:00.000-05:002018-09-27T11:30:00.787-05:00You are God’s Temple <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s
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As the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4DE" target="_blank">Healthy Living</a>”
points out, we should take care of ourselves because we are God’s temple. We
should plant the seeds of Christ’s principles into our soul.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>By adding the clear water of the Spirit, God will
make these seeds grow into the fruits of the Spirit. <o:p></o:p></div>
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One idea to growing the fruits
of the Spirit that can be shared with others is to build great memories that
last forever to help in times of worry or anger. We can reminisce about good
times or a song like “<a href="https://youtu.be/Tn5aq54yu8A">Oh My Soul by
Casting Crowns</a>” to fill our thoughts with peace and joy. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-66562479845998571442018-09-25T11:30:00.000-05:002018-09-25T11:30:00.358-05:00Bringing Glory to the Father <br />
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glorify your Father which is in heaven. - Matthew 5:16<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Within the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Dt" target="_blank">Spirit of GodWorks in our Life</a>” the thought is that the Spirit of God is at work searching
for ways to counsel, inspire, and instruct us on a daily basis. As we live out
our life, bad things happen but by accepting what Christ did for us on the cross,
we are able to speak to the ONE who already has the answer to our problems. We
have available to us what is needed to bring glory to the Father.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In our prayers, the Holy Spirit
can direct our thoughts so they are absorbed into our heart and poured out in
our actions at work, home, or wherever we are. Like the song <a href="https://youtu.be/tKGV4thWW-Y">Speak Life by Toby Mac</a> inspires, let us
speak hope, speak love, and let the Holy Spirit direct our thoughts. Then our
light will shine and others will see our good works so that we bring glory to
our Father in heaven. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-28100122867567811552018-09-20T11:30:00.000-05:002018-09-20T11:30:01.607-05:00Show Me the Way <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For to you I entrust my life.
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The things of this world can be
impressive. There are new apps coming out each day to choose from but as
pointed out in the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Dm" target="_blank">Receive the Big Picture</a>”, the love of Christ given to
us on the Cross is the most amazing choice we can make. There is no need for an
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So this day with God, use the navigation
tool known as the Word of God as you journey through life. Be inspired by this
song <a href="https://youtu.be/rL2bZfHmsDs">I Choose Jesus by Moriah Peters</a>
and daily download the Gospel message in your heart so you are led to a place
beyond what you could ever imagine! <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-44423656859749604362018-09-18T11:30:00.000-05:002018-09-18T11:30:00.237-05:00Power of the Cross<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same
attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind
and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. –
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One point written about in the
post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Dc" target="_blank">Pulling Together with Christ</a>” is that unity comes from having a common
purpose and all Christians should agree about the purpose of the Cross. Around
this agreement, there is great power to organize and be victorious against
anything that goes against this great purpose.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The church is a community of
people working together with Christ as their leader. We are stronger together
and <a href="https://thisdaywithgod.wordpress.com/purpose/">God’s Plan for Us</a>
not only changes our individual life for the better but also the world is
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Let us be inspired by the song <a href="https://youtu.be/cKLQ1td3MbE">How Great is our God by Chris Tomlin</a>
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I want to take this time to
thank all of you my readers. I’ve found this blog to be a great tool in my
journey through the Bible and you, my readers are keeping me accountable to
daily Bible reading and study. We live in a busy world with busy schedules and
being able to share some thoughts about this journey with others across this
world through the Internet is truly a blessing. <o:p></o:p></div>
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So far this year, the journey
through God’s Word has taken us through the book of Romans and Proverbs. As the
journey continues, I will turn to the book of 1 Corinthians. Paul writes this
letter in response to questions the Christians at Corinth have asked and to the
news he has received about their problems (divisions in the church, moral
faults, etc).<o:p></o:p></div>
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The mission of this blog is to
bring out ways to better apply God’s Word in our life at work, at home, and
within our neighborhoods. The questions for reflection for the study of 1
Corinthians 1-5 below will help bring out some thoughts and ideas over the next
few weeks.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Lord speaks to us in various
ways – visions, dreams, and life’s circumstances; even advice from others. Most
of all, God speaks through the Bible. Thus, the main purpose of this blog is to
study His Word with the intent to gain wisdom that we may apply in our own
lives and also help others along the journey.
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The reading plan below will be
used as I share over the next few posts. It’s important to have a plan. I’m
thankful that Jesus is God’s plan for us and by accepting Him as Savior; we
have taken the steps necessary to make this day with Him amazing!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+1&version=NIV">1
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With what authority does Paul
write to the Corinthian church? What spiritual character and resources of this
church is Paul thankful for? What steps do you need to take to promote unity
among Christians in your school, business, community, and church?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+1&version=NIV">1
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What are the two viewpoints
which today’s passage produces? What is true wisdom? Its goal? Its relation to
the Cross? Its endurance?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+2&version=NIV">1
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What do you learn in this
passage about the work of the Holy Spirit? What is the content of Paul’s
message? What is Paul’s purpose? How does what the Holy Spirit teach you affect
your understanding of your purpose in life?<o:p></o:p></div>
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What do you learn here about
adapting your message to the capacity of your listeners? What indicates the
Corinthians’ lack of progress? What is your responsibility in building on the
foundation?<o:p></o:p></div>
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How does Paul describe the
apostles? What scriptural principles should you apply before you judge another
person? How does Paul describe the kingdom of God? In what ways does your life
manifest power?<o:p></o:p></div>
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How does Paul instruct the
Corinthian church to the problem of sexual immorality? What should you do with
any corrupting influence in your life? What needs to happen when a leader sins?<o:p></o:p></div>
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other thoughts or ideas, favorite inspirational videos, photos, or favorite
Bible verses. Just add them to the comments or to a Facebook page I’ve set up
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-24122778060668961582018-05-22T11:30:00.000-05:002018-05-22T11:30:11.154-05:00Blessed with a Home <br />
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Within the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4B1">Warnings from Mom</a>”, good advice is given by
the mother of a future king. Wives and mothers are so important in a society
because children are blessed, husbands are blessed, and all who are around them
are blessed. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Wonderful memories come from a
great home. It is unfortunate that all homes are not perfect but there is one home
that is perfect. Be inspired each day that heaven is our ultimate home and
reward.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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As the song <a href="https://youtu.be/twL3v5r8s6o">Home by Chris Tomlin</a> highlights, heaven
is a place where every tear is wiped away and all fear is gone. There is always
something to look forward to when our forever home is a place where the streets
are golden and all chains are broken.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-3376467616231596182018-05-17T11:30:00.000-05:002018-05-17T11:30:07.596-05:00Limitless <br />
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In the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4AN">From Ordinary to Extraordinary</a>” the point
was made that through God’s power, the impossible is made possible.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Like an eagle in the sky, a
mighty lion among beasts, or a servant who becomes king; God can turn the
ordinary into the extraordinary. The one who can gather up the wind in His hand
or wrap the waters in His cloak will make it possible.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Since we are nourished in His
word, graced with His Spirit, and inspired by songs like <a href="https://youtu.be/VuCLqoxigNA">Come Alive by Lauren Daigle</a>, let us
awaken to the potential for this day and believe that the possibilities God has
written into our tomorrows are limitless.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-56905033967805250542018-05-15T11:30:00.000-05:002018-05-15T11:30:09.075-05:00Chipping Away <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">But He knows the way that I take; when He has tested me, I will come
forth as gold. – Job 23:10<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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As brought out in the post
“Lighten the Load”, we need to get rid of that extra baggage in order to be all
that God want us to be. We need to get rid of negative qualities that weigh us
down like anger, pride, fear, and dishonesty. We need to trust in the Lord and
lighten the load by being disciplined in His ways.<o:p></o:p></div>
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This day with God, celebrate the
truth because God has started something good in you. As in this song <a href="https://youtu.be/Ejycllx5iwA">Unfinished by Mandisa</a> points out, His
work in you is unfinished but day by day you are chipping away producing a
masterpiece for God’s glory. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-29539052016353177812018-05-11T11:30:00.000-05:002018-05-11T11:30:06.874-05:00Joy Even in Trials <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the
testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect
work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. - James 1:2-4<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Within the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Ay">Joy and Excellence in the Future</a>” are ideas
to building up character. By following <a href="https://thisdaywithgod.wordpress.com/purpose/">God’s plan for us</a>, we
have joy and the game plan for a victorious life.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We may not feel good at times,
we may feel lonely, we may feel inferior or just physically worn out but these
are the things that create resistance and ultimately make us stronger; the
resistance like lifting weights to build muscle. The resistance of water as we
swim laps to burn extra calories or the hill as we run to the top. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Without resistance, the wings of
a plane can’t produce lift and fly through the air. Without resistance to fear,
there is no courage. Next time your day is filled with some resistance, smile
at it, say thank You God, and keep going.<o:p></o:p></div>
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As in the song <b>Keep Making Me – Sidewalk Prophets</b> let
us have the attitude of continuous growth in the ways of God. Even during tough
times, there is joy when God is put in control. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-79332312898796579132018-05-08T11:30:00.000-05:002018-05-08T11:30:11.807-05:00Stand Firm in Faith <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a
roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the
faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is
undergoing the same kind of sufferings. - 1 Peter 5:8-9</i><o:p></o:p></div>
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The post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Ar">Iron Sharpens Iron</a>” gave some ideas for ways
we can have right relationships with others. We all have certain God given
personality strengths and weaknesses. With our strengths, we should refine them
and share with others. With our weaknesses, we should be humble, listen, and be
sharpened by others.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sometimes we learn by observing what
not to do. Maybe a brother, sister, parent, or some other person struggled with
an addiction and you saw what it did to their life. Their negatives taught about
the importance of creating positives in life. To stand firm in faith.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To create positives that heal
and inspire us to do what we should, let the scars from life be completely
understood. Let Grace be ushered in as pointed out in this song <a href="https://youtu.be/mxqfDs-64I0">The Hurt & The Healer - MercyMe</a>. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-49295043011613104602018-05-03T11:30:00.000-05:002018-05-03T11:30:11.131-05:00Grace for the Humble <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, 'God opposes the proud, but
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The post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4Ac">Removing Bad Traits</a>” gave some ideas to fix
broken things in our life. To take the mistakes of the past and give them to
God. He offers grace to the humble so admit mistakes and live with confidence
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Like the song <a href="https://youtu.be/Jd4Vw7YfV6M" style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; color: #743399; font-family: Georgia, "Bitstream Charter", serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Live Like You’re Loved – Hawk Nelson</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, "Bitstream Charter", serif; font-size: 16px;">,</span> we don’t have to live with perfection. It’s just energy wasted. Instead, live
like you’ve been set free with no more guilt. Be who God made you to be; a very
valuable person to take on big challenges. He can change our character to do
amazing things to fulfill His purpose.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-76833397967220459352018-05-01T11:30:00.000-05:002018-05-01T11:30:11.013-05:00Speak with Words that Build Up <br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Be careful! Our words can hurt or help. "Do not let any
unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building
others up". - Ephesians 4:29<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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The post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4A4">Free to Be All We Can Be</a>” highlighted the
importance of God’s Word in your life. As you take in God’s Word, your heart
will be filled with the fruits of the Spirit. So full that the overflow will naturally
build others up.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Our Creator has produced 100
billion galaxies with each galaxy having billions of stars but it is His people
that are His greatest creation of all. Therefore, treat everyone with kindness
and tact. As the song <a href="https://youtu.be/anVweXDcxhA">Words – Hawk
Nelson</a> points out, God’s Words bring truth and abundant life for all.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Mark Shieldshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077907290967076784noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5131537813372856533.post-81811497647407409502018-04-26T11:30:00.000-05:002018-04-26T11:30:28.550-05:00Overflowing with the Glory <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more
and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God.
Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet
inwardly we are being renewed day by day. - 2 Corinthians 4:15-16<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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As shared in the post “<a href="https://wp.me/p1ar6D-4zK">Sweet to Your Soul</a>”, honey taste sweet and
like honey wisdom is sweet to your soul. The objective then is to accept God’s
grace and get filled up with wisdom. Then your soul will be filled with a rare
and beautiful treasure that continues to grow in value. Each day we are the
beneficiary of the past and have more wisdom to share with others. <o:p></o:p></div>
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You may never know what impact
you have on others.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My dad was a high school
teacher and coach for many years. One athlete wrote the following true story
about my dad on facebook. <o:p></o:p><br />
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It has always been inspiring to
hear dad passing along to us about those he has taught and coached. The achievements
of his students not only as star athletes but also as student athletes that
graduate and go on to flourish in life are very inspiring.</div>
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Not everyone is rewarded here on
earth with knowledge of the impact you have on others but we all have the
opportunity to someday be rewarded beyond our wildest dreams. Take inspiration
from the song <a href="https://youtu.be/twL3v5r8s6o">Home by Chris Tomlin</a>.
When we go to our eternal home, every fear will be gone, streets will be
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